Ono Auctions Sky Puzzle For Autism

American Voices

April 6, 2009 | ISSUE 45•15

Artist and musician Yoko Ono is auctioning off a mural of the sky in 67 puzzle pieces to benefit autism research. What do you think?

I think the concept is genius. It reassures us that, in the same way we take the sky for granted, autism will probably take care of itself too.

Weller
Systems Analyst
Good luck selling them now that everyone knows what the puzzle is."

Carol Reilly
Mannequin Mounter
This is perfect for anybody who hates both autism and good art.

Damian Brown
Pellet Machine Operator

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